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Controversy Surrounds Referee Selection for Champions League Final After Afcon Debacle
May 4, 2026 Champions League

Controversy Surrounds Referee Selection for Champions League Final After Afcon Debacle

Kobit Sports 78 words

The appointment of Jean-Jacques Ndala Ngambo as the referee for the first leg of the Caf Champions League final has sparked controversy, with several Caf executive committee members calling for his removal. Ndala previously officiated the chaotic Afcon final between Senegal and Morocco, a match marred by protests and a subsequent legal dispute. Critics argue his past performance and the ongoing legal proceedings make him an unsuitable choice for such a high-profile match.

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